POTOMAC RIVERFRONT RETREAT! A truly special property offering two separate residences, exceptional garage space and a remarkable setting high on a hill with a view of the C&O National Historical Park, the Potomac River and Dam Number 4. The main home is a charming three bedroom, one bath cottage with a warm, relaxed character and a fabulous front porch where the sound of the river flowing over Dam 4 will relax you. It is currently a short term rental with hundreds of 5 star reviews. You can check out the reviews or listing on ABB or VRBO. Lock Keepers Cottage! The 2nd residence adds tremendous flexibility, the one bedroom, one bath, open floor plan apartment provides a comfortable and private separate living space - ideal for guests, extended family, a home office or retreat, or potential rental use. The spacious heated/cooled garage offers exceptional room for four vehicles, boats, kayaks, a workshop and storage. Perfectly suited to the recreational lifestyle this location offers. With two separate residences in one extraordinary setting, this property represents opportunities that are increasingly difficult to find. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, multi-generational property, or a property with income producing potential, 6520/6516 Dam #4 Rd offers remarkable versatility. No flood insurance required.
Under contract
Price cut: $7.9K (9/18)
$525,000
6520 & 6516 Dam Rd #4, Sharpsburg, MD 21782
4beds
2,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.27 Acres Lot
$518,600 Zestimate®
$188/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Exceptional garage spaceFabulous front porch
- 50 days
- 239
- 19
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Larry Lessin 301-355-6104,
Save 6, Incorporated 301-355-6104
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDWA2039576
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Basement
- Area: 672
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Water Treat System, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Built-in Features, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Dining Area
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Partial,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,800
- Total interior livable area: 2,800 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,128
- Finished area below ground: 672
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,River
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 2220004177
- Zoning: P
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Other,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Shake Siding, Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Exists, Septic Pump, Shared Septic
- Water: Conditioner, Well, Well-Shared
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Country
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sharpsburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $188/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $244,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,330
- Date on market: 8/21/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$518,600
$493,000 - $545,000
$2,245/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Contingent | $525,000-1.5%$188/sqft |
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| 8/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $532,900$190/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 21782
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Washington County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




